Enjoy a day of hiking, walking, climbing, or kayaking, then sit down to some tasty brews and bites.
6 Pick-Your-Own Flower Farms in North Carolina
Whether you want a simple bouquet for the kitchen table or stunning flowers for a special occasion, fill your bucket with fresh blooms at pick-your-own farms across the state.
Video: Painting Our State Parks
In 2020, Greensboro artist Katie Podracky and her family decided to visit every state park in North Carolina. Then she added another challenge: a painting per park.
For the Love of Books
Celebrate National Reading Month in North Carolina with a distinguished book club, a beloved author, a unique library, a book review, and more.
Black History Month in North Carolina
Seven sites, sounds, and Black-owned businesses to explore in February.
Meet Our Makers
Each year, Our State celebrates the very best in North Carolina craftsmanship with the Made in NC Awards. Meet the five talented artisans who won top honors in 2021.
17 Decadent Chocolate Desserts
Surprise your sweetheart on Valentine’s Day with a heartfelt, homemade dessert.
12 Piedmont Traditions
Welcome to the heart of North Carolina! From iconic foods to industries that shaped a region, the center of our state is rich in history and traditions.
A Local’s Guide to Charlotte
During a trip to the Queen City, shop, eat, and sip at Camp North End; explore museums and cheer on your favorite team in Uptown; and relax among the sculptures and blooms in Romare Bearden Park.
